Location. Overlooking Miami Beach (Fla.) and the Intracoastal Waterway, the oceanfront Eden Roc Renaissance Resort & Spa sits one mile from the Miami Beach Golf Course and within seven miles of South Beach. The resort towers over Miami Beach's prestigious Golden Mile at 45th Street and Collins Avenue.
Hotel Features. Original terrazzo floors shine in the circular lobby, graced by a carved Italian marble and mahogany reception desk. Harry's Grille is located off the lobby and serves eclectic cuisine for breakfast and dinner. The oceanfront Aquatica presents a festive menu for lunch and dinner daily. More than 43,000 square feet of function space is available, and the hotel offers event catering and a full service business center. Beach attendants are eager to pamper guests on the 600 feet of white sand beach, which is dotted with covered beach lounges. Personal cabanas line the Garden Terrace, and two outdoor pools are surrounded by swaying palm trees. The fitness club includes cardiovascular and weight equipment, a 16 channel personal audio/visual system and daily aerobics, Spinning and boxing classes. The Spa of Eden pampers with treatments, including Citrus, Milk & Honey Revitalizer and Hydrating Body Thermal Cocoons, such as the Papaya Mango Body Smoothie.

Guestrooms. Most of the 349 guestrooms feature sitting areas, balconies with ocean views and walk in closets. Cable television, in room safes and coffeemakers come standard in each room. Bathrooms display Italian marble.

Expert Tip. Designed by famed Art Deco architect Morris Lapidus in 1956, the hotel has attracted many celebrities.